Specialist, Continuous Improvement

Job Description

The Continuous Improvement Senior Specialist is responsible for leading and supporting initiatives that drive operational excellence, efficiency, and quality across the organization. This role partners with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, implement process improvements, and foster a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.

Essential Functions

• Lead or facilitate process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies.
• Analyze physical and business processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend solutions to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve quality.
• Collect and interpret data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and deliver training on continuous improvement tools and best practices to employees at all levels.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables.
• Track and report on project progress, benefits realization, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support the development and implementation of standard ways of working, Standard Work and best practices.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by engaging employees and encouraging idea generation.
• Mentor and coach junior team members and project participants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Preferred.

Additional Skills

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Preference given to degrees in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
• Proven track record of leading successful process improvement projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab, Power BI) and process mapping software (e.g., Visio).
• Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, defense, or electro-mechanical industries is a plus.
• Results-oriented and proactive.
• Change management expertise.
• Strong business acumen.
• Ability to influence and drive change across multiple levels of the organization.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.